The university professor invented a technology this year and wanted to apply for a patent in Germany. What should I do?

First, if you have applied for a patent in China, you need to submit an international application (such as a pct application) within 1 year from the date of application, and then enter Germany through the PCT channel to obtain a patent right.

Second, if you don't apply for a patent in China, you can first submit a patent application in China, and then apply for a German patent according to the first method; You can also submit a pct application directly.

Please note that the cost of international patent application is much higher than that of China, and translation costs will be involved. If you are in Beijing, you can have an interview.